Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: Finland Group: Hunting Dogs, Guard Dogs Height: males 22-24 in., females 19-22 in 5-6 in. Weight: 44-50 lbs. Life span: 10-12 yrs. Trainability: moderate Good with children: yes, with early socialization Good with other pets: no due to aggressiveness What is the origin of the Karelian Bear Dog? The Karelian […]
Urinary Incontinence Urinary incontinence is the uncontrollable leaking of urine. It is involuntary and usually occurs while the dog is resting or sleeping. There is muscular tissue at the base of the bladder like a valve which the dog controls. Hormones strengthen the muscular tissue. While urinary incontinence can occur in both male and female […]
Degenerative Myelopathy is a disease in which there is a gradual loss of coordination and strength that begins in the hind quarters. About 80% of cases of Degenerative Myelopathy (DM) occur in German Shepherd Dogs, leading researchers to believe there is a genetic component to the disease in this particular breed. DM is usually seen […]
